Little Ducks Sweater by Rachael Richardson

Little Ducks Sweater

Knitting
April 2012
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking stitch in the round
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 3 - 3.25 mm
306 - 591 yards (280 - 540 m)
6 months, 12 months, 2 years, 4 years
English
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This sweater is available in sizes 6 months, 12 months, 2 years and 4 years to fit chest 45.5, 48, 53, 58cm (18, 19, 21, 23in.) The finished sweater measures 51, 54.5, 60, 63.5cm 20, 21.5, 23.625, 25in. There is a button opening at the neck for ease of dressing.

Yarn requirements
DK weight yarn in 2 colours. Wool, acrylic or a wool/acrylic blend is preferable.
MC 240, 320, 400, 470m (262, 350, 437, 514yds)
CC 40, 50, 60, 70m (44, 55, 66, 77yds)

The sweater is knit in the round to the armholes then split for the front and backs. The sleeves are worked separately in the round then sewn in. Stitches are picked up for the neck and button bands.

You will need:
40cm (16in) 3.25mm (US3) circular needle
40cm (16in) 4mm (US6) circular needle
Set of 4 3.25mm (US3) dpns
Set of 4 4mm (US6) dpns
1 stitch marker
2 stitch holders
Or needles to get gauge.

There are 7 rounds of colour work on the body. A chart only is provided for this.

There is a matching hat and mittens pattern, and dolls outfit pattern. These are available together in an e-book.

This pattern is for personal use. However, if you have bought or been gifted this pattern you are welcome to sell or give away your finished items. I request that you do not use my name on any advertising or labels for your finished items.